Clinical Support Worker - Children & Young People

NHS; Dalton-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Dalton-in-Furness is looking for a part-time support worker for the Children's Ward. This role involves assisting a Registered Children’s Nurse, maintaining a clean ward environment, and requires relevant experience and qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £26,598 annually for the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative team focused on delivering outstanding care.

Qualifications

• Good general education.
• Relevant NVQ qualification or commitment to undertake.
• Experience of working in a health-related environment.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Work in support of a Registered Children’s Nurse, providing basic care.
• Maintain cleanliness of the ward environment according to standards.
• Be aware of the structure and organisation of the NHS.

Job description

Job Summary

Do you want to deliver outstanding care and be part of a forward‑thinking, inspirational, innovative team that has overcome significant challenges in recent years? Join us on our continuing journey towards excellence on our Children's Ward.

Services We Provide

Children's Inpatient, Day Care, Assessment and Outpatients.

Main Duties

• Work in support of and under the direction of a Registered Children’s Nurse, providing basic care and assistance within defined parameters specified by the registered nurse.
• Maintain cleanliness of the ward environment in line with infection prevention and control standards.
• Be aware of the structure and organisation of the NHS.

About Us

We operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal – as well as a number of community healthcare premises. The Trust is committed to delivering the highest possible standards of compassionate care and to making the Trust a great place to work.

Details

• Date posted: 03 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: 3
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year pro rata per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part‑time
• Reference number: 331-B19581025

Location

Furness General Hospital, Barrow‑in‑Furness, LA14 4LF

Qualifications

• Good general education
• Relevant NVQ qualification or commitment to undertake
• Experience of working in a health‑related environment
• Experience working with children

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exception Order) 1975. A submission will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Furness General Hospital, Barrow‑in‑Furness, LA14 4LF
Website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk